Fish - Fossilised animal - Fossil Fish from China (Lycoptera sp.) – Cretaceous, Restored, Fine Detail Preservation - 118 mm - 67 mm (No reserve price)

The offered specimen is a fossil fish from China, dating to the Early Cretaceous (approximately 120–130 million years ago).

The fish is largely complete and displays a clearly defined body structure, with a distinctly visible backbone and finely detailed fins. The caudal fin and parts of the dorsal fin are particularly well preserved, giving the specimen an appealing level of detail.

Based on its characteristic body shape and proportions, it is very likely a member of the genus Lycoptera, a distinctive fossil fish from the Jehol Biota.

Overall, the preservation is good. The fish is clearly distinct from the surrounding rock, although there are minor irregularities in the matrix that do not significantly detract from the overall appearance.

The specimen has been partially restored and re-prepared, as is common with fossils from this region. Its key structures are nevertheless clearly visible and remain stable.

The matrix displays a natural texture and coloration typical of fossils from this region.

A classic collector’s specimen from one of the most significant Cretaceous fossil deposits.

Details:

Origin: China (Liaoning region)
Age: Early Cretaceous, approximately 120–130 million years
Species: probably Lycoptera sp.
Condition: good, with partial restoration
Matrix: natural rock slab
Fossil size: approximately 83 mm
Preparation: mechanically exposed and partially restored